Clutch Pedal doesn't fully go all the way?

2000 HONDA PRELUDE

105,600 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL

MAURICEV

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I just noticed when most of the time i engaged the clutch(pedal released) the clutch pedal doesnt fully go up to its original possition. I have to pull it up. It doesnt get stuck to the floor. Its during the free play area. I mean it does pop back up and i can still drive it. I dont feel the clutch slipping. I did notice a drop of clutch fluid coming out from the Master cylinder from the inside under the clutch pedal. The fluid is still full. And when I wipped it out. I never saw a drop again Its been over a week. And I drive it normally everyday. I think the Master Cylinder seal is broken. Or is there a air pocket in the lines. Should I bleed/flush the clutch fluid. Replace it? I dont want it getting worse. I want to make sure its getting enough hydraulic pressure when applied.

And My cruise control just stopped working. Could it be related?

Mar 1, 2010 at 6:20 PM

KASEKENNY

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More than likely you are exactly correct with the master cylinder issue.

However, I don't think bleeding the clutch will make a difference. Bleeding the clutch will only help if the clutch has air in it and this is a mechanical issue as the clutch pedal return is not an issue caused by air. That issue is when you press the clutch and do not get full disengagement.

Here are a couple guides that will help with this as well:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/clutch-doesnt-work-sometimes-or-not-at-all

One thing to try before replacing the clutch is to adjust the pedal and master with the process below.

I also included the replacement process for your review.

Please run through this and let us know if you have questions. Thanks.

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Aug 28, 2021 at 6:42 AM